Tim Wallace
Tim Wallace is the head of content for the Motor Transport and Commercial Motor magazines and websites.
Prior to joining Motor Transport, Tim spent 15 years with B2B publisher Taylist Media including eight as editor of flagship trade title kbbreview.
Tim has previously worked for various national B2B titles including Sport Business and Football Business magazines as both a sub-editor and features writer as well as four years working for the Press Association.
Tim has a degree in Communications Studies from Sunderland University.
If you have any stories you would like me to cover, please email me at tim.wallace@roadtransport.com or give me a call on 020 8912 2158.
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MT ArticleFrom vans to trucks: the Dash Express journey
Paul Dash has helped grow Dash Express from a small South West van firm into a multi-depot logistics operation with a turnover topping £25m. Partnerships with APC Overnight and, more recently, Palletways have expanded the business into parcels, pallets and heavy trucks, while keeping the company’s hands-on, family-led approach.
MT ArticleHauliers who hid fuel costs ‘have nowhere to go’
A sharp spike in oil prices amid tensions in the Middle East has exposed how haulage firms that built large fuel charges into their rates when diesel was cheaper now have little room to increase them further as costs surge.
MT ArticleHauliers without fuel escalators taking ‘incredible’ risk as Iran crisis pushes up diesel
Fleet operators without fuel surcharge mechanisms in place are taking an “incredible” risk as diesel prices surge amid the escalating Iran conflict, industry leaders have warned.
MT ArticleEuropa brand refresh marks resilience after mistakes as CEO says Iran attack “necessary”
Europa Worldwide Group has marked its 60th anniversary with a brand reboot described by its owner and chief executive as “a pivotal moment” for the logistics business.
FCZ Article“This changes everything” - megawatt charging for long-haul passes the test
Kempower used its MCS Live Winter Days event in Norrköping, Sweden for megawatt testing of Volvo, MAN and Scania trucks. The results show heavy-duty electric HGVs are ready for real-world operations
MT Article“Fleets won’t switch until TCO and profit stack up — here’s how to make it work”
New Voltempo chief executive Simon Smith admits HGV fleets are holding off on electrification because high energy costs, standing charges, and underused infrastructure are eroding margins. But could smarter depot charging and energy management finally make electric trucks commercially viable?
MT ArticleReed Boardall reports loss as major customer exit hits volumes
Reed Boardall has posted a loss for the year to March 2025, with turnover falling by 9.6% to £82.85m following the exit of a major customer, the company revealed in its latest accounts.
MT ArticleJD.com-backed investor targets Midlands logistics growth with Leicester deal
Jingdong Property, the global logistics and industrial real estate arm of JD.com, has expanded its UK presence with the purchase of a logistics estate close to Leicester, reinforcing its focus on key distribution corridors serving the national road freight market.
MT ArticleEnvironment Agency adds pair of Unimogs to bolster flood response capability
The Environment Agency has taken delivery of two Mercedes-Benz Unimog vehicles to strengthen its nationwide incident response capability, particularly for flood emergencies requiring rapid deployment of people and equipment.
MT ArticleM&H Carriers reports record volumes despite rising costs
Scottish operator M&H Carriers has reported a year of growth and record volumes despite what it describes as mounting government pressure, rising operating costs and increasing regulatory demands across the logistics sector.
FCZ Article“Act now or lose to China,” Voltempo boss warns Europe’s electric truck makers
European electric truck makers risk being undercut on price and pace by Chinese rivals unless they accelerate development and cut costs, according to new Voltempo chief executive Simon Smith (pictured).
MT ArticleProfit slumps at Miniclipper as costs bite
Family-owned haulage and logistics firm Miniclipper Logistics saw profits tumble in the 12 months to 31 May 2025, hit by soaring fuel, maintenance, and staffing costs, according to newly filed accounts.
MT ArticleDCS scales up dedicated transport operation with XPO fleet expansion
DCS Group has ramped up its transport capacity after extending its long-standing relationship with XPO Logistics, signing off a major expansion of the dedicated fleet supporting its UK distribution operation.
MT ArticleDHL doubles down on HVO with Siemens Mobility rail logistics deal
DHL Supply Chain has secured a new multi-year transport contract with Siemens Mobility – and is using it to underline its full commitment to low-carbon road freight.
MT ArticleYusen Logistics acquires Walden to enhance healthcare network
Yusen Logistics Group has announced the completion of its acquisition of Walden Health, including its subsidiaries Movianto, Eurotranspharma, Transpharma International, and Walden Digital.
FCZ ArticleHyHAUL hydrogen project scrapped
The RHA has warned that the cancellation of the HyHAUL hydrogen freight project could slow progress towards decarbonising the UK’s heavy goods vehicle sector.
MT ArticleEuropa steps up to support customers as software outages cause delays
Europa Road has mobilised significant manpower to keep goods moving, stepping in to protect customers from severe delays caused by ongoing external customs software outages.
MT ArticleBudget and government both branded a ‘disaster’ by logistics leaders
Leading figures in the logistics sector have hit out at the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, warning of rising costs and uncertainty for operators.
MT ArticleBeverley Bell strengthens compliance offer with new London HQ and Transport Manager Hub
Beverley Bell Consulting & Training has opened a new office in Westminster and confirmed the launch of a dedicated Transport Manager Hub, strengthening its in-person training capability and support offer for operators across the commercial vehicle sector.
MT ArticleMartin Willmor’s vision for DHL Supply Chain: strategy, challenges and growth targets
Returning to DHL at a pivotal moment, new UK&I CEO Martin Willmor lays out a focused five-point strategy - spanning growth sectors, transport reform, major startups and property investment - to steer the business confidently through a shifting economy